{"id":2728,"date":"2025-08-26T11:55:40","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T03:55:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/?p=2728"},"modified":"2026-01-02T15:21:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T07:21:02","slug":"how-to-make-international-friends-online-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/fr\/2025\/08\/26\/how-to-make-international-friends-online-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make International Friends Online in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"blog-outline\">\n  <h2>Article Outline<\/h2>\n  <ul>\n    <li><a href=\"#intro\">1. Introduction<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#safe-international-friends\">2. Is it Safe to Make International Friends?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#how-to-make\">3. How to Make International Friends<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#tips-friends\">4. Tips for Making International Friends Safely<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"intro\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019ve probably asked yourself, \u201cDo I really need international friends?\u201d At first, it might sound like a \u201cnice-to-have\u201d \u2014 after all, you already have local friends, right? But think about it: what if you could practice Spanish with someone from Mexico, swap playlists with a friend in South Korea, or plan a meetup with a new travel companion during your next trip to China?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In 2025, learning how to make international friends online is one of the most effective ways to expand your horizons, experience new cultures, and create lasting connections worldwide. Thanks to modern apps and global communities, meeting people abroad is now as easy as turning on your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"safe-international-friends\"><strong>Is it Safe to Make International Friends?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, making international friends online can be safe, as long as you choose the right platforms and practice healthy digital habits. Safety is one of the most important factors when chatting with people online, especially for younger users who are using friendship apps for the first time. As with any human interaction, there are risks, but today\u2019s friend-making apps are increasingly aware of these challenges and have introduced tools to help people connect securely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For instance, some platforms integrate AI-supported moderation to filter inappropriate pictures and texts, while others provide clear community guidelines and effective reporting systems to encourage respectful communication. BeFriend has adopted several of these approaches to encourage emotional integrity and user well-being in online friendships. <em>(<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/2025\/07\/04\/the-best-friendship-apps-for-the-next-generation-comparing-befriend-yubo-bumble-bff-2025\/\"><em>Source: The Best Friendship Apps for the Next Generation: Comparing BeFriend, Yubo &amp; Bumble BFF (2025)<\/em><\/a><em>)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-center\" style=\"grid-template-columns:57% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Infographic showing online friendships in numbers: 96% of teens go online daily, 64% have made at least one new friend online, and 89% say friends are their main source of emotional support.\" class=\"wp-image-3394 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/BeFriend-Blog-Post.png?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Individual responsibility also plays a role. While secure platforms provide a sense of safety, it also comes down to your own choices and digital habits. According to the Pew Research Center, around 96% of teens now go online daily. With such a high level of digital presence, it\u2019s important to practice safe habits and set boundaries online. By combining these habits with apps like BeFriend that are designed with safety and integrity in mind, it becomes much easier to form international friendships that are safe, genuine, and long-lasting (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pewresearch.org\/internet\/fact-sheet\/teens-and-social-media-fact-sheet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Source: Pew Research Center, Teens and Internet, Device Access Fact Sheet (2025)<\/em><\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en-US\">\n<head>\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n    <title>Befriend Download Banner<\/title>\n    <style>\n        body {\n            margin: 0;\n            padding: 20px;\n            font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n            background-color: #ffffff;\n            display: flex;\n            justify-content: center;\n            align-items: center;\n            min-height: 100vh;\n        }\n\n        .download-banner {\n            width: 950px;\n            height: 122px;\n            margin: 40px auto;\n            background-color: #fdfbea;\n            border-radius: 10px;\n            display: flex;\n            align-items: center;\n            justify-content: center;\n            box-sizing: border-box;\n            padding: 0 24px;\n        }\n        .logo {\n            width: 51px;\n            height: 51px;\n            border-radius: 10px;\n            display: block;\n            margin-right: 20px;\n        }\n        .store-buttons {\n            display: flex;\n            gap: 6.87px;\n        }\n        .store-btn img {\n            height: 48px;\n            border-radius: 12px;\n            display: block;\n            transition: opacity 0.2s; \/* \u589e\u52a0\u4e00\u9ede\u9ede\u4e92\u52d5\u6548\u679c *\/\n        }\n        .store-btn:hover img {\n            opacity: 0.8;\n        }\n\n        @media (max-width: 980px) {\n            \/* \u589e\u52a0\u4e00\u500b\u4e2d\u65b7\u9ede\uff0c\u8b93\u5b83\u5728\u5c0f\u65bc 950px \u7684\u87a2\u5e55\u4e0a\u4e5f\u80fd\u81ea\u9069\u61c9\u5bec\u5ea6 *\/\n            .download-banner {\n                width: 100%;\n                max-width: 950px;\n            }\n        }\n\n        @media (max-width: 480px) {\n            .logo {\n                display: none !important;\n                visibility: hidden !important;\n                width: 0 !important;\n                height: 0 !important;\n                margin: 0 !important;\n                padding: 0 !important;\n            }\n            .download-banner {\n                width: 100%;\n                height: auto;\n                padding: 16px;\n                margin: 20px 0; \/* \u5728\u624b\u6a5f\u7248\u7a0d\u5fae\u8abf\u6574 margin *\/\n            }\n            .store-buttons {\n                flex-direction: column;\n                align-items: center;\n                gap: 12px;\n                width: 100%;\n            }\n            .store-btn img {\n                height: 44px;\n            }\n        }\n    <\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n\n    <div class=\"download-banner\">\n        <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"logo\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Group-54.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Befriend Logo\">\n        <div class=\"store-buttons\">\n            <!-- App Store \u9023\u7d50 -->\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/befriend-make-new-friends\/id1537012560\" class=\"store-btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/normal-1.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Download on the App Store\">\n            <\/a>\n            <!-- Google Play \u9023\u7d50 -->\n            <a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.guppir.swipr\" class=\"store-btn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/normal.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Get it on Google Play\">\n            <\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-make\"><strong>How to Make International Friends<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several effective ways to make friends online in 2025. Each approach offers unique advantages depending on personal goals, such as language exchange, online communities, or professional networking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Friend-Making Apps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dedicated friendship apps make it simple and effective to connect with people worldwide. <a href=\"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/\">BeFriend<\/a> is a leading example, as it prioritises intentional friendships through guided prompts, shared interests, and a focus on emotional integrity rather than appearance-based swiping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Online Communities<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Platforms such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/best\/communities\/1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Reddit<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/discord.com\/community\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Discord<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/discover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Facebook Groups<\/a> host global communities around hobbies like gaming, travel, and music. These spaces are good starting points for finding international friends with common interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Virtual Events and Courses<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Online workshops, classes, and webinars bring together individuals from different regions with shared interests, creating natural opportunities for networking and long-term friendships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips-friends\"><strong>Tips for Making International Friends Safely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even when using secure platforms, the way you use friend-making apps online plays a big part in whether your international friendships feel safe and lasting. Here are three simple practices, backed by research and expert advice, that can help you build trust and keep your connections positive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Use App-Store Trusted Platforms<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose apps that are transparent about their policies, actively moderated, and take privacy and safety seriously. BeFriend, for example, uses content moderation and privacy-first features to help users feel secure while connecting globally <em>(<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/2025\/07\/04\/the-best-friendship-apps-for-the-next-generation-comparing-befriend-yubo-bumble-bff-2025\/\"><em>Source: BeFriend Blog, 2025<\/em><\/a><em>).<\/em> Transparency and safety-by-design features are some of the most important ways to protect young people online <em>(<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd.org\/en\/publications\/2024\/11\/the-impact-of-digital-technologies-on-well-being_848e9736.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Source: OECD, Digital Well-Being<\/em><\/a><em>).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"install-banner\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Download BeFriend\">\n  <div class=\"install-inner\">\n    <a class=\"install-btn ios-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/tw\/app\/befriend-make-new-friends\/id1537012560\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n      <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-2.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Install on App Store\" \/>\n    <\/a>\n    <a class=\"install-btn android-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.guppir.swipr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\n      <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-2.png?ssl=1\" alt=\"Install on Google Play\" \/>\n    <\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<style>\n.install-banner {\n  width: 400px;\n  height: 62.5px;\n  margin: 20px auto;\n  background: url(\"https:\/\/befriend.cc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Download-Banner_Befriend.png\")\n              center \/ cover no-repeat;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  position: relative;\n  overflow: hidden;\n}\n.install-inner {\n  width: 100%;\n  height: 100%;\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  justify-content: flex-start;\n  padding-left: 280px; \n}\n.install-btn { display: none; }\n.install-btn img {\n  display: block;\n  width: 72.5px;\n  height: 35px;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n}\n\n\/* ========= RWD ========= *\/\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .install-banner { transform: scale(0.9); transform-origin: top center; }\n}\n@media (max-width: 480px) {\n  .install-banner { transform: scale(0.8); transform-origin: top center; }\n}\n@media (max-width: 360px) {\n  .install-banner { transform: scale(0.7); transform-origin: top center; }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<script>\ndocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function(){\n  const ua = navigator.userAgent || navigator.vendor || window.opera;\n  const isAndroid = \/android\/i.test(ua);\n  const isIOS = \/iPad|iPhone|iPod\/.test(ua) && !window.MSStream;\n\n  if (isIOS) {\n    document.querySelector('.ios-btn').style.display = 'block';\n  } else if (isAndroid) {\n    document.querySelector('.android-btn').style.display = 'block';\n  } else {\n    document.querySelector('.ios-btn').style.display = 'block';\n  }\n});\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Share Personal Information Selectively<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s natural to want to talk about your interests and hobbies when meeting someone new, but avoid giving out sensitive details such as your phone number or home address. It\u2019s also wise to think twice before sharing your private social media profiles with someone you\u2019ve just met online. Oversharing your personal social media accounts can expose you to privacy risks, so avoid connecting with strangers until you feel confident that the friendship is genuine and trustworthy <em>(<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.staysafeonline.org\/articles\/share-with-care-staying-safe-on-social-media\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Source: National Cybersecurity Alliance, Social Media Safety<\/em><\/a><em>).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Verify Before You Trust<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take time to verify that the person you are speaking with is genuine before moving the friendship forward. This might mean checking whether their profile looks authentic, or meeting in group settings first if the friendship eventually moves offline. It\u2019s important to stay cautious with new online contacts and avoid situations where strangers pressure you for personal information or money <em>(<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/features\/protecting-your-privacy-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>Source: Federal Trade Commission, Protecting Your Privacy Online<\/em><\/a><em>).<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.faq-container {\n  font-family: 'MDSystem', sans-serif;\n  max-width: 100%;\n  margin-bottom: 2rem;\n}\n.faq-question {\n  background-color: #f5f5f5;\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  padding: 1rem 1.2rem;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  border: 1px solid #e1e1e1;\n  margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n}\n.faq-answer {\n  display: none;\n  padding: 1rem 1.2rem;\n  border-left: 3px solid #111;\n  background-color: #ffffff;\n  border-radius: 0 0 6px 6px;\n  border: 1px solid #eee;\n  border-top: none;\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\n}\n.faq-question.active + .faq-answer {\n  display: block;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"faq-container\" id=\"friendship-faq\">\n  <div class=\"faq-question\">1) What are the benefits of having international friends?<\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n    International friendships can help you improve your cultural understanding, language skills, and communication skills. Additionally, international friendships with foreigners can significantly enhance intercultural appreciation and broaden your global perspectives.\n    <em>Source:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/associationofresearch.org\/social-sciences-vol-13-pages-569-what-does-lsquohaving-close-friends-from-abroadrsquo-mean-for-the-intercultural-competencies-a-new-view-on-the-antecedents-of-cultural-intelligence\/?__cf_chl_tk=HiHXcCIElRAcLlNhSmn4zjLbiID1Cw_IcIGY8uooX8E-1756285835-1.0.1.1-_730VKw.iIhofv9wM8SRadOogmOL30btqhaSZ7WC8rI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology, 2024<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-question\">2) Can I find a travel companion through international friendships?<\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n    Yes! Many people use friend-making apps to connect with potential travel companions. Research shows that 64% of teens have made at least one new friend online in 2025. However, it\u2019s advised to avoid any travel commitments until a strong sense of trust is established\n    <em>Sources:<\/em> <\/a> \u00b7 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pewresearch.org\/internet\/fact-sheet\/teens-and-internet-device-access-fact-sheet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pew Research Center, 2025.<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-question\">3) What challenges come with making international friends online?<\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n    Common challenges include time zone differences, language barriers, and occasional cultural misunderstandings. These can be solved through flexible scheduling and effective communication. Additionally, overcoming these challenges can actually deepen the friendship.\n    <em>Source:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/monitor\/2023\/06\/cover-story-science-friendship\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">American Psychological Association &#8211; The science of why friendships keep us healthy.<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-question\">4) Are friend-making apps safe for teenagers?<\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n    International friend-making apps can be safe if they include strong privacy controls, moderation, and parental guidance. Some of the most popular apps for making international friends include BeFriend, a friendship-first app designed for intentional conversations, and Yubo, mainly used for live streaming and group chats.\n    <em>Source:<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/oecdstatistics.blog\/2025\/02\/26\/hows-your-digital-well-being\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">How\u2019s your digital well-being?<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n \n<\/div>\n<script>\ndocument.querySelectorAll('#friendship-faq .faq-question').forEach(q => {\n  q.addEventListener('click', () => q.classList.toggle('active'));\n});\n<\/script>\n<!-- FAQPage structured data -->\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\"mainEntity\": [\n{\n\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\"name\": \"What are the benefits of having international friends?\",\n\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\"text\": \"International friendships can strengthen cultural understanding, improve language and communication skills, and broaden your worldview.\"\n}\n},\n{\n\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\"name\": \"How are friendship apps different from dating apps?\",\n\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\"text\": \"Friendship apps focus on shared interests, group discovery, and casual chat to help you meet new friends, while dating apps center on romantic matching.\"\n}\n},\n{\n\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\"name\": \"Can a friendship turn into a romantic relationship?\",\n\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\"text\": \"Yes. 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